How to use Ajovy Syringe 225 Mg/1.5 Ml Subcutaneous Migraine Prevention Medications

liquid that is injected under the skin

Side Effects

What are the most common side effects of Ajovy?

The most common side effect of Ajovy is pain, itching, swelling, or redness near the injection site. Tell your healthcare provider if you have this side effect and it bothers you.

There may be other side effects of Ajovy that are not listed here. Contact your healthcare provider if you think you are having a side effect of a medicine. In the U.S., you can report side effects to the FDA at www.fda.gov/medwatch or by calling 800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you can report side effects to Health Canada at www.health.gc.ca/medeffect or by calling 866-234-2345.

What are the serious side effects of Ajovy?

While less common, the most serious side effects of Ajovy are described below, along with what to do if they happen.

Severe Allergic Reactions. Ajovy may cause allergic reactions, which can be serious. Allergic reactions can occur at any time during Ajovy use, up to one month after an injection. Stop using Ajovy and get help right away if you have any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction.

  • Breathing problems or wheezing
  • Racing heart
  • Fever or general ill feeling
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat
  • Trouble swallowing or throat tightness
  • Itching, skin rash, or pale red bumps on the skin called hives
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting
  • Stomach cramps
  • Joint pain

Precautions

Consult your pharmacist or physician.

Interactions

Does Ajovy interact with foods or drinks?

There are no known interactions between Ajovy and foods or drinks.

There are no known interactions between Ajovy and alcohol. However, alcohol can trigger migraine attacks in some people. Consult your healthcare provider for more information and medical advice.

Does Ajovy interact with other medicines (drug interactions)?

There are no known interactions between Ajovy and other medicines. Always tell your healthcare provider about any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using.

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Overdose

If someone has overdosed and has serious symptoms such as passing out or trouble breathing , call 911. Otherwise, call a poison control center right away. US residents can call their local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. Canada residents can call a provincial poison control center.

Notes Notes

No monograph available at this time.

Missed Dose Missed Dose

Consult your pharmacist or physician.

Storage Storage

Consult your pharmacist or physician.

Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.

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Ajovy Syringe 225 mg/1.5 mL subcutaneous

Ajovy Syringe 225 mg/1.5 mL subcutaneous

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